6+ Years Experience
Same-Day Submissions Available
Contractors & Architects Welcome
We run your permits so you don’t have to. Same-day submissions, status tracking, and expedited approvals at San Francisco, San Jose, Oakland, and Bay Area permit departments.
No more waiting in line · We handle submissions, follow-ups, and status checks · You stay on the job site
📐 Architects
🏠 Homeowners
🏢 Developers
⚡ Solar & EV Installers
Who We Serve
Built for Bay Area Builders
Every hour you or your team spends at a permit office is an hour not spent on the job. We take that off your plate — completely.
General Contractors
Keep your crew on site and your timeline on track. We submit, track, and follow up on building permits so your projects don’t stall waiting for approvals.
Architects & Designers
Focus on your design work. We handle the permit office runs, correction resubmissions, and department coordination on your behalf.
Solar & EV Installers
Electrical and solar permits move fast with us. We know the SF and SJ permit requirements and get your projects approved without the runaround.
Homeowners & ADU Builders
Adding an ADU, remodeling, or doing a room addition? We navigate the permit process for homeowners who don’t have time to become permit experts.
Developers & Investors
Managing multiple projects across Bay Area jurisdictions? We handle permit submissions across cities simultaneously so your portfolio keeps moving.
Specialty Trades
Plumbing, mechanical, structural — we pull permits for specialty contractors who need fast turnaround to keep their schedule intact.
What We Handle
Full Permit Running Service
Building Permit Submissions
New construction, additions, remodels, ADUs
Electrical & Solar Permits
Residential and commercial electrical, solar PV, EV chargers
Mechanical & HVAC Permits
HVAC replacements, new systems, heat pumps
Plumbing Permits
Water heaters, repiping, sewer laterals, new fixtures
Correction Resubmissions
Plan check corrections addressed and resubmitted fast
Status Checks & Follow-Ups
We track your permit and report back — no mystery waits
Over-the-Counter Submittals
Simple permits approved same day when we’re at the counter
Multi-Jurisdiction Projects
Projects spanning multiple Bay Area cities handled together
How It Works
We Run Your Permits in 4 Steps
Call Us
Tell us what permit you need, which city, and your timeline. We’ll confirm what documents and plans we need from you.
You Send the Plans
Email or drop off your plans and documents. We review for completeness before submitting — no wasted trips.
We Submit & Track
We run to the permit office, submit your application, and track its progress. We handle corrections and follow-ups.
Permit in Hand
We deliver your approved permit and receipt. You’re ready to build — on schedule, without the permit office headache.
Cities We Cover
Bay Area Permit Office Coverage
🌉 San Francisco
DBI (Department of Building Inspection) submissions, OTC approvals, plan check follow-ups
- Building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical
- ADU & residential additions
- Commercial TI permits
🌆 San Jose
San Jose Building Division submissions, residential and commercial, solar & EV permits
- New construction & remodels
- Solar, EV, HVAC
- Accessory structures
🏙 Oakland
Oakland Planning & Building Department, residential and commercial permits across all districts
- Building & zoning
- Electrical & mechanical
- Historic district coordination
🗺 + More Cities
We also run permits in Fremont, Hayward, San Mateo, Palo Alto, Santa Clara, and other Bay Area jurisdictions
- Call to confirm your city
- Multi-city projects welcome
Why Hire a Permit Runner
The Real Cost of DIY Permit Running
Bay Area permit offices are notoriously slow, overcrowded, and unforgiving with paperwork errors. Here’s what you avoid when you hire us:
⏰ Hours Lost Waiting
SF DBI and San Jose permit offices regularly have 2–4 hour waits. We wait so you don’t have to — your billable hours are worth more.
📝 Rejection for Missing Docs
One missing form sends you to the back of the line. We review your package for completeness before we ever walk in the door.
🔄 Correction Loops
Plan check corrections can take weeks if unmanaged. We stay on top of them and resubmit immediately — keeping your project moving.
🚗 Crew Time Wasted
Sending a foreman or estimator to sit at the permit office costs you far more than hiring a professional permit runner.
Common Questions
Permit Expediting FAQ
How fast can you get a permit submitted?
Same-day submission is available for rush projects. For most permits, we submit within 1–2 business days of receiving your complete documents. Call us to discuss your timeline.
Do I need to prepare anything?
You provide the plans, drawings, and completed application forms. We review for completeness, identify any missing items before submission, and handle the rest.
Can you expedite a permit that’s stuck in plan check?
Yes — if your permit is stalled at the city, we can go in on your behalf, find out the status, address corrections, and get it moving again.
Do you work with architects and designers?
Absolutely. We’re a trusted partner for Bay Area architects and design professionals who need reliable permit running without adding overhead to their office.
What cities do you cover?
Our primary offices are San Francisco and San Jose, but we also cover Oakland, Fremont, Hayward, San Mateo, Palo Alto, Santa Clara, and other Bay Area cities. Call us to confirm your jurisdiction.
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Ready to Stop Running Permits Yourself?
Call Edriss directly. We’ll discuss your project, timeline, and get your permit submitted fast — so you can get back to building.
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